Stout Beer Chili (with Clown Shoes Chocolate Sombrero)

Stout Beer Chili is a thick, hearty and flavorful beer chili made with Clown Shoes Chocolate Sombrero Stout. The imperial stout has bold chocolate flavor as well as hints of vanilla, cinnamon and ancho chili pepper. Coupled with the beef and chili spices, this stout lends complex flavors to my stout beer chili.

STUFF

A couple weeks ago a cold front passed through Florida. As a result, we had like two days of perfectly cool weather. It’s the kind of weather that prompts Floridians to break out the sweaters, jackets, jeans and yes, even beanie hats. Trust me, it wasn’t that cold outside but we will grasp at whatever we can get. Additionally, the cool weather means it’s the beginning of chili season. A stroll through the grocery store and a glance at the contents of wandering grocery carts will confirm this. CHILI INGREDIENTS!

My stout beer chili is a perfect match for cooler weather.

INGREDIENT REPLACEMENTS

If you can’t find Chocolate Sombrero Stout, you can use another stout or porter in place. Here are a few that will work well:

Rogue Chocolate Stout

Sierra Nevada Stout

Founders Porter

Guinness Stout

Kona Pipeline Porter

If you don’t cook with or drink alcohol, I suggest trying one of these chili recipes:

After your chili is ready to devour, you can top it with your favorite toppings. My favs are shredded cheddar, sour cream, sliced jalapenos and cilantro. What are your favorite chili toppings? Let me know in a comment below!

Stout Beer Chili (made with Clown Shoes Chocolate Sombrero stout)

Stout Beer Chili

Yield:6-8 servings

Total Time:1 hour 15 mins

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Thick and hearty chili that’s full of flavor thanks to the addition of a spicy chocolate stout!